This chart promises the potential for both Neptune’s mysterious plague and Pluto’s creaking death cart. They are in connection for the moment. But it also promises the construction (Saturn) of a new healing (Chiron). Perhaps the Earth will benefit from enforced quarantine, perhaps we will make new discoveries around the immune system, but, whatever else, we will never be the same planet or people. We know we can change everything we take for granted, our work, our social structure, our ability for sudden transformation and potential for infinite resilience.

No surprise, the worldwide wonder of each day continues, as a new Moon begins in Taurus. The Lunar cycle begins each month when Sun and Moon meet at the same degree. This particular degree in Taurus has a strong image, a promise we have heard before.

Photo: Robert Fuhro

‘The Pot of Gold at the end of the Rainbow. Riches that come from linking the celestial and the earthly nature. ….the bridge used by divine beings to communicate with mortals. Man need not be overawed by the celestial display of power, for it leads to a fruitful contact with beings of light. ‘ Sabian Symbol for the degree of Sun and Moon in Taurus. *

Painting: Amelia Leonards

A Plague and ‘a Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow’ is an interesting combination. How would that look? Perhaps like this image by Amelia Leonards.

Astrology, at its best, communicates the connection between ‘celestial and the earthly nature.’ A quick look at this chart shows a ‘bowl’ (or a pot of gold?) pattern with only six houses (segments) of the circle occupied by planets and luminaries. Looking at the form of the pattern here we see a very clear rainbow (crescent) shape in the placement of the planetary occupants.

Photo: Robert Fuhro

Cheek and jowel with the Luminaries is the planet of surprise, and upset, Uranus. Expect more shaking of your world. But no one is alone in this place of shock and awe. It is a universal phenomenon. The Biblical rainbow came after a huge flood, and could be interpreted to mean: Cosmic forces offering peace. What form will the next message take?

Photo: Bruce Lhuillier

There is an interesting combination of planets in this moment which might give us a clue. Mars, shape and form of energy; Mercury, the messenger and healer; and Venus, the expression of love are in a crescent shaped relationship. Venus in Gemini loves clever rapport, and friendly banter. Since Gemini is ruled by Mercury, and Mercury is in a sign ruled by Mars, the three seem to be united in their message. Don’t be afraid to move in new ways, says Mars in Aquarius….think and speak with courage and bravado says Mercury in Aries, respect the rules of love and friendship says Venus in Gemini. This recipe spells political courage and activism, new alliances between all those who have been most deeply hurt by this extraordinary challenge to human existence. Maybe it’s time to ask: How do we listen (Mercury) to the passionate (Mars) love (Venus) of each other instead of the powerful interests of those who benefit from our disarray.

Photo: Sarah Fuhro

But now it’s time to take a close look at the sign of Taurus. Sun and Moon meet here every year at this delicious time of spring beauty in the Northern Hemisphere, final harvest Moon in the South.

Painting: Amelia Leonards

When the Moon is in Taurus, she is in her exaltation. This is a mirror to the last sign, Aries, when the Sun was in his exaltation in Aries. The Bull is chosen as a sacred symbol of the Moon because his horns are the crescents which mark waxing and waning. Moon is joyful in a sign ruled by Venus, and loves the mystery of fertility which this symbol honors. For the Druids Taurus was a sacred time, and the bull was a sacred animal. It’s interesting that Saturn, the great teacher is powerful when located in the two signs, ruled by Venus, Taurus and Libra. There is some sweet connection between this feared and ancient magician, and the power of the Queen of Love. The illustration is also connected to the Three of Cups Tarot card. Celebration and gratitude are part of the season. The constellation is connected to the labyrinth of Crete and the sacrifice of a white bull each spring in the Celtic lands. Taurus is one of three Earth signs in the zodiac, and Beltane, the Fire Festival of this element falls on the fifth day of May. Taurus is ‘fixed’ upon the unfolding of each blossom and the opening of the season of Green.

*Sabian Symbols are verbal images for each degree of the Zodiac channeled by the psychic Laura Wheeler and transcribed by the astrologer Marc Edmund Jones, revised by Dane Rudhyar. http://www.mindfire.ca/.

Sarah Fuhro The Wisdom Tradition evolved over the centuries to address our deepest human needs. Sarah Fuhro is a practitioner of its many forms; including Astrology, Tarot, Flower Essences and Druidry. In addition to personal consultations, Sarah teaches workshops and private classes, offering both clients and students knowledge powerfully rooted in the past, presented in the language of the present. For an appointment or to be notified of classes call 508 740 7039 or email her at sarahfuhro@gmail.com.

Amelia Leonards works with watercolor and graphite to create fantastical imagery. She draws upon world folklore, mythology and her imagination to create pieces imbued with sensitive and emotive storytelling. Throughout her work you will find an emphasis on feminine and natural elements, along with a hefty dose of humor and antlers. https://www.amelialeonards.com and https://www.etsy.com/shop/amelialeonards.

Bruce Lhuillier Is a French artist and photographer currently living near Boston. His ability to capture spirit in his photos and paintings is both unique and visionary. You can find his work on Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Barknstone.

During this time of great uncertainty and revealed world patterns, astrology is a powerful tool for guidance, healing and courage. As a professional astrologer, I want to offer my services to any one who feels they would be helpful. Please feel that you can ask for astrological guidance at whatever price is right for you now.

from the Arthurian Tarot Anna-Marie Ferguson

One of the adventures of the Quest for the Holy Grail, takes place when Percivale, Galahad and Bors are guided to a ‘Miraculous Ship’ by the sister of Percivale, Dindrane. In the ship they discover a beautiful bed. Upon it lies a crown of gold and silver. Across the bed is a magnificent sword with a jeweled handle, partly drawn from a rich and mysterious scabbard, which looks as if it was made of snakeskin. However, the belt of the sword is of very poor quality. It is the belt which will connect the sword to the rightful owner. Dindrane looks at the sword, and says only one person is allowed to carry it. She then repairs the belt with her hair. Now she girds the sword around Galahad, and explains that he is now truly a knight and the only one who who might carry this ‘Sword of Strange Hangings.’

photo: Bruce Lhuillier

Libra is about partnership, about male and female polarities in balance, as light and dark are in balance at the equinox. It is Dindrane who guides the three knights to the ship and Dindrane who knows the answer to the riddle of the bed, the crown, and the sword. The Arthurian stories have strange partnerships between men and women which allow the action of the story to take place. This story resonates with the Sabian Symbol for the degree where the Sun and Moon are located in Libra.

A MAN WATCHES HIS IDEALS TAKING A CONCRETE FORM BEFORE HIS INNER VISION. The need to visualize clearly one’s dreams or ideals in order to make them truly effectual.

Galahad saw his vision of true grail knighthood take form, through the action of Dindrane based upon her internal vision of the ship, the bed and the sword, which must be repaired by the visionary before it can be united with its rightful keeper.

Across from the Sun and Moon in Libra is Chiron, centaur and healer. The centaur is both divine and animal. The symbol for Chiron’s degree is ‘Two lovers strolling on a secluded walk.’ Chiron is the challenge which begins every grail journey, the labyrinth to the center of the self. If I accept this challenge, I will face the crisis which marks my deepest fears about myself, and what I try to hide. The struggle to accept and shine light on my wound, finally opens me to new light. Maybe it is not some fearful weakness which will be revealed, but rather strength. Like Galahad I must then take responsibility for my gift, and carry the sword into the world.

photo: Bruce Lhuillier

The new Moon in Libra is a challenge to take up a vision, which may have languished, and in the darkness repair what keeps the dream from taking form. It was always waiting for us!

She of my love is the new moon,

The God of love illumining her;

Be mine a good purpose

Towards each creature in the creation.

—Carmina Gadelica collected in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland

The Wisdom Tradition evolved over the centuries to address our deepest human needs. Sarah Fuhro is a practitioner of its many forms; including Astrology, Tarot, Flower Essences and Druidry.